The Arabian Sea is currently witnessing the formation of Cyclone Tej, a severe cyclonic storm. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reports that the storm currently resides near Socotra, Yemen. They anticipate that favorable environmental conditions will escalate it into an extremely severe cyclonic storm by Sunday afternoon.
Predicted Landfall
Cyclone Tej is predicted to make landfall between Al Ghaidah (Yemen) and Salalah (Oman) in the early hours of October 25. The storm is likely to traverse this path over the Arabian Sea.
Current Developments
A storm is currently brewing at a distance of 1850 km southwest of Karachi, Pakistan, in the Arabian Sea. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported on Saturday that a low-pressure area in the Arabian Sea has intensified into a depression.
Implications for Pakistan
The PMD has stated that no coastal regions of Pakistan are expected to be affected by this system. This marks the second cyclonic storm in the Arabian Sea this year.
Warnings from Weather Experts
Weather experts have warned that storms can sometimes deviate from their predicted path and intensity. This was observed with Cyclone Biparjoy earlier this year. Consequently, it’s important to stay updated with current weather forecasts. At present, these forecasts indicate that the storm is on a trajectory towards the coast of Yemen and Oman. However, there’s a chance that it could change direction over the central Arabian Sea. This shift could potentially guide the system towards the coasts of Sindh and Gujarat. Therefore, this information is crucial for those living in these areas to prepare for possible weather changes.
